Which teams boast the best running games?
The Titans average 137.4 rushing yards and 31.75 carries a game, while the Ravens average 148.5 rushing yards and 37 attempts. The Dolphins use the gimmicky Wildcat to catch teams off guard. Their numbers are modest — 118.6 rushing yards and 28 carries a game — but they get the most out of those confusing formations. For various reasons, the Chargers, Colts and Steelers have been unsuccessful running the ball this season Injuries limited the Colts’ Joseph Addai to 540 yards after a Pro Bowl season in 2007. Willie Parker’s knee problems made the Steelers rely on the pass instead of their traditional power running game. Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson has had one of the worst seasons of his career. Shaky run-blocking by the Chargers’ offensive line hasn’t helped, but he’s probably lost half a step. 5. What types of games will the defenses dictate? Expect a lot of wild blitzing and possibly a lot of big plays if linebackers or defensive backs don’t get to the quarterback. Four
